El Papalote Inclusive Child Development Center:
"a special place for special children"

Click here for the El Papalote Day Care Referral Form

El Papalote first opened its doors in 1989. It was originally conceived as a mother's day out program by a grassroots group from the Junior League of El Paso and the United Way. This early effort evolved into what is now the community's only inclusive childcare program. However, we do more than just provide childcare; we help children with special health care needs to grow and to develop to their physical and mental potential.

"Inclusive" means that more than 40% of the children in our program have a special health care need.

• licensed by the Texas Department of Protective and Regulatory Services to accommodate 58 children.
• a Four Star Designated Vendor of the Child Care Management Service.

• provide financial assistance and referral.
• have a team of child care givers with extensive training and experience.
• have Foster Grandparents who provide additional tender loving care.
• offer an intergenerational approach to child development in a culturally diverse environment